How to Build a Mechanical Keyboard WITHOUT Soldering

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Today we're going to go through how to build a mechanical keyboard with no soldering. Basically, we need a hotswappable PCB, and really that takes care of all the hard work! I couldn't cover everything, but hopefully this tutorial can guide you in knowing what to get and do.
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@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

edit : oooo out of stock lol. they wont be back till after chinese new year. gg guys. There's also a bunch of hotswap kits on KPrepublic, who also have TKL and full size! Updated spreadsheet. Couldn't go through everything, so I tried to keep it concise. There's so much more out there, even with hotswappable builds. Hopefully this will help you understand how to go about it. and oooo yeh, soz ISO users. Also, soldering is easy and awesome. So don't be scared to do so!

@androgynygoat 4 жыл бұрын

For ISO users, there's the HS60 v3 by Yiancar, sold by Mechboards.

@NikhilGarlapati 4 жыл бұрын

whyyy tae I was planning to buy one tomorrow (I've been planning for a week) but your amazing vids made all the stock go crazy fast

@mjmjmjmj4229 4 жыл бұрын

This is cool and all but how do I go about building my own physical layout? Is that a thing?

@bason1159 4 жыл бұрын

you can get the tecware phantom elite 87

@androgynygoat 4 жыл бұрын

@@mjmjmjmj4229 you'd need to design and make your own PCB, and probably design a plate to cut out for the layout

@onpage69 4 жыл бұрын

this definitely the best tutorial for someone is getting into the community like me and needs a fair amount of explaining without it being boring

@5am646 4 жыл бұрын

couldn't agree more, I've been really looking into building a custom mechanical keyboard and this tutorial was a huge help.

@TUNAKUH 3 жыл бұрын

yeah, this video is so entertaining in a nice calm way

@swaggycashma491 2 жыл бұрын

same

@liltr3w339 2 жыл бұрын

exactly xd

@jdapoet3138 4 жыл бұрын

This switch should be perfect for me to play at 3am

@HighB4Noon 4 жыл бұрын

TheRBLXnoob GamerDev 😂

@derkaiser9881 4 жыл бұрын

Had some classmates complain about a keyboard I built with Cherry MX Blacks because I type relatively quickly... I couldn't imagine being a gigachad and throwing down 140WPM using any Kailh box switches like that.

@twistedbtw8092 4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@P12ooF 4 жыл бұрын

@@derkaiser9881 my purples are pretty smooth.

@it0o204 4 жыл бұрын

Got Mx blues and didn’t realize how actually loud they are until I played without my noise canceling headset one day LOL

@flunf4211 4 жыл бұрын

Is anyone else considering building a keyboard over this corona situation?

@karande1994 4 жыл бұрын

flunf me but the pcb is out of stock and there are 1500+ people in the waiting list

@BartodryL 4 жыл бұрын

Im trying to get some knowledge about how to build one

@baxton3511 4 жыл бұрын

me lol

@wolfgangkoeppen52 4 жыл бұрын

I am! although the site is still closed ;-;

@grimluv2102 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, been looking at sites and how to videos this whole week

@noodle1877 4 жыл бұрын

9:38 kinda sounds like mr krabs walkin

@superweeb6969 4 жыл бұрын

Noodle look up fjell with holy pandas if you want a keyboard that really sounds like him

@mhquaz 4 жыл бұрын

Yoinked comment

@8mitch_ 4 жыл бұрын

Noodle this is an underrated comment

@rich1051414 4 жыл бұрын

Puppies running on linoleum. :)

@Magicul 4 жыл бұрын

100th like

@SushiRicetm 4 жыл бұрын

Me: chillin in discord That dude in vc: 9:43

@sly6180 4 жыл бұрын

Lmfao

@renne1578 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@sa1nt4u 4 жыл бұрын

I'm that guy lol

@SushiRicetm 4 жыл бұрын

theowhaat my ears are still ringing

@Dohvzy 4 жыл бұрын

@@sa1nt4u me too

@saltystorm8806 4 жыл бұрын

I woke up at 4:30 this morning to complete a build and you release this now...

@broodgrillo 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, a bit late, i got my kit today (bought the wrong plate cause i'm an idiot), but i just wanna say thanks, you were literally the only place that i found that explained how to actually use the plate. I thought it went over the PCB and then you placed the switches and since i couldn't find a guide for how to mount the plates i was just freaking out.

@BlariWF 4 жыл бұрын

Been looking for a tutorial just like this for awhile thanks for clearing up all the confusion and explaining things simply

@atharvarao33 4 жыл бұрын

Me: How much do mechanical keyboards cost? Mechanical Keyboards: Yes

@Chuk13838 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos gave me the confidence that I needed to take on building my own for the first time. Thank you! The production quality on this channel is impressive. If you set up a Patreon, I’ll be there!

@Mexgadget 4 жыл бұрын

it sound so good!, I have a build with box pale blues and it doesn't sound even close, another great build!

@anonamuss1604 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I came here looking for something like this for my brother. Now I'm thinking I'd like to have a go myself. My keyboard is the same size and cost more than the one you built here. I'd always wanted to make a customisable one but all the soldering was a bit much. This looks like something I could actually do!

@jpb2085 4 жыл бұрын

perfect, just what I was looking for, you've given me the confidence to build my own so ta!

@KuroRyuu86 4 жыл бұрын

New to this whole different world of keebs. I got my first keyboard from Drop, the ALT. I was originally going for a 95% one, but they are soo hard to find. With a guidance of a friend, i swapped out the halos for zeal 67gs.....and new keycaps..... I really appreciate videos like yours. The 95% is still my goal, and this video plus your other ones, may help me reach that goal. Now im saving up for GMK's hopefully I get them "Fingers crossed"

@zer0slayer1 4 жыл бұрын

Are you from India Nihal?

@GadgeDee 4 жыл бұрын

Literally thought about this process this morning!! Thank you for uploading this video!

@nahnvm8493 3 жыл бұрын

This seems like a really good way for beginners (like me) to get into custom keyboards. Thanks for this video!

@xuan_HR 4 жыл бұрын

Yo really love you're vids I am really intrested in keyboards and you are One of the best youtubers out there for this type of content in my opinion keep up the good work

@HercoVanDyk 4 жыл бұрын

Got my first set of Jades in yesterday, so excited for a build. They sound amazing!

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

good luck!

@moontoad 4 жыл бұрын

was also my first switch for my hotswap GK61 build! highly recommend them. Love them so much and I use them for gaming and it isn't and issue for me.

@HercoVanDyk 4 жыл бұрын

@@moontoad I can't wait to try them on a board. My printer is busy with a printing an Iris as we speak.

@muchpear1950 4 жыл бұрын

MoonToad I just bought a gk61 kit on banggood and also planning to but jades in them as well

@big-boned477 4 жыл бұрын

@@muchpear1950 same lol, HATED clicky switches like blues before i found out about jades. so satisfying...

@peacewarlord 3 жыл бұрын

This gave me the courage to build my first keyboard instead of buying one. For like 2 months I'm traying to find the keyboard that I like without luck, but I was afraid of the idea of building my own, but thanks to your video I'll go for it , and build something that I would completely be satisfied using, thanks :)

@alexanderbaxter4686 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely the best "user friend" tutorial for someone new like me getting into custom keyboard builds, Thanks!

@putra910 4 жыл бұрын

this is very amazing content love it im currently trying to start in this really helped me alot thanks

@ThisIsARubbishName 4 жыл бұрын

huh that IS much easier than I thought. also that hail was absolutely nuts. And the muddy storm it brought with it (down here at least) was gross.

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

yeh cars were an absolute mess!

@Ifeany1 4 жыл бұрын

$300? Lol! Here I was thinking I could save extra by building my own.

@nullskull-everything5495 4 жыл бұрын

Nah, most keyboards that you build on your own is a premium option

@Swordonator 4 жыл бұрын

Black ★ lol

@JohnyMcNeal 4 жыл бұрын

Yea, me too. Wanted to go for a ducky and mod keycaps but then I read some opinions about mx keys being outdated and all. For 120€ as ducky price and 300€ for this I fcking choose mx keys, dont care.

@zack-xb9po 4 жыл бұрын

@@JohnyMcNeal if you want gatoron switches you could get a gk61

@samba9450 4 жыл бұрын

Johnny_McNeil gk61 builds are pretty cheap and shit on ducky any day for hotswap. Ducky fanboys who don’t know shit bout custom keybs like you should just stay quiet.

@eggycat 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. It was literally only the soldering that made me hesitate starting something, I'm sure I'll want to try a vareity of switches.

@SimGunther 4 жыл бұрын

Gluing two o-rings together and inserting them onto each standoff hole makes for a ghetto "gasket mount" mod for tray mount cases

@zach7482 4 жыл бұрын

When he started testing the keys, I think I finally figured out what ASMR is all about.

@watch0Pnow 4 жыл бұрын

firm believer if the sound of a expensive keyboard doesnt do it for you nothing will

@not_varij 4 жыл бұрын

@@Finesto_ you're kinda weird ngl

@deezekii3479 3 жыл бұрын

@@Finesto_ you're kinda weird ngl(1)

@DiddyBom 2 жыл бұрын

Bro clicky switches sound like shiiiiit

@hyde_stopStealingMyUsername 2 жыл бұрын

@@DiddyBom the high frequency hurts my ears lmao

@gerard7671 4 жыл бұрын

You definetely need more subs for your really good quality videos:) keep up the good work..

@AndreasTasou-fg2fd 4 жыл бұрын

ONE OF THE BEST IF NOT THE BEST TUTORIAL THANK SO MUCH MATE THUMBS UP!

@iLiokardo 4 жыл бұрын

0:14 Wow, that all blue keyboard.

@cheese._9341 4 жыл бұрын

@SqueeZ the blue keyboard

@egbt2147 4 жыл бұрын

Great job mate! And that Red Velvet in the background though. 👌

@lonesomec6334 4 жыл бұрын

I saw your building a 60% from 2 years ago like an hour ago, your videos are good

@nerdbeast04 4 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel . I just got into keyboards yesterday and would like to make myself one but I have yet to learn to solder . Good stuff

@georgebaggy 4 жыл бұрын

Me: Hmmm i think I’ll give that Twitch streamer another chance Streamer: 9:39

@kevinyu3863 4 жыл бұрын

Most pleasing keyboard ever

@b3naqua 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 100% new to building my own keyboard and this is 10000000% helpful. Thank you!

@JustCrusher 4 жыл бұрын

Nice, super good beginners guide. You got a new sub my man. Keyboard is so pretty 😍👍🏼

@triumphforx532 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my God this is exactly what I needed, I learned a couple days ago that I really wanted to build my own keyboard after being a Razer fanboy all those years (I am still young LMAO) Soldering made this all look intimidating and expensive as well, which made me lose hope till I discovered this video! Now I can actually achieve my dreams! Thanks so much!

@imaeri 4 жыл бұрын

nothing wrong with razer tho, especially with their newer keyboards

@deo8624 2 жыл бұрын

@@imaeri nah but they tend to be expensive as shit, I got a 60 euro membrane keyboard from them lmao

@omarpixel9176 4 жыл бұрын

You're crushing it with the video quality lately man. Keep it up!

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Appreciated :)

@yejvan8562 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Man! You explained everything very clearly, with what i have sitting on my y my desk - tofu 60

@mateomisain8283 4 жыл бұрын

those switches sound so good 🤤👌

@bean3243 4 жыл бұрын

The keycaps alone are worth more than my keyboard

@arielcohen7672 3 жыл бұрын

Any idea what they are?

@metallicbanana7458 3 жыл бұрын

@@arielcohen7672 SAME I NEED TO KNOW

@flyingraccoon5262 3 жыл бұрын

@@arielcohen7672 miTo Canvas

@flyingraccoon5262 3 жыл бұрын

@@metallicbanana7458 miTo Canvas

@EricRosenfield 4 жыл бұрын

Wish I'd had this video before I did my build!

@AdamHillikerLikesRobots 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you.

@Uliforme 4 ай бұрын

You just solved one of my biggest problems. Thank you so much!!!!!!!

@LevvyKlister 4 жыл бұрын

2020 still waiting for a hot swap kailh 75% pcb, that would be instant buy for me, I really like the 75% form factor right know I have 2 60% and 1 tkl hot swap, I really hope some company will go that way this year I'll gladly pay extra money for that! Tae your videos and guides are the best as always keep it up!

@Baf0102 4 жыл бұрын

Whats the TKL pcb u own fam?

@LevvyKlister 4 жыл бұрын

@@Baf0102 the one from Glorious GMMK - TKL, not bad but micro usb not type c

@Baf0102 4 жыл бұрын

@@LevvyKlister oh alright. Thanks for the fast reply.

@louisgarbour2737 3 жыл бұрын

In case you hadn't heard, the GMMK Pro is 75%. Got announced the other day

@LevvyKlister 3 жыл бұрын

@@louisgarbour2737 I was going to buy a Bella from KBD then I saw the rotary on the on the GMMK Pro and went for that, I already have some 67 zealios and a GMK Hyperfuse ready for that build.

@danielflores5356 4 жыл бұрын

6:30 Do i spot a Reveluv or am I seeing things

@clarklacuesta 4 жыл бұрын

yeri 🥺

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

love em

@adambalapatel 4 жыл бұрын

stream rookie

@ntpl___ 4 жыл бұрын

@@TaeKeyboards Who's your main

@snoylax69 4 жыл бұрын

Psycho live

@WhooliganMusic 4 жыл бұрын

just ordered this same build but with black inks 3 days ago then stubbled across this video. so stoked now

@jamesthomason6490 4 жыл бұрын

I never realised you were from aus, this is great for me because I’m also from aus and this means that all the parts you get should also be available to me

@mati.226 4 жыл бұрын

the hardest part is getting the parts when they get back in stock

@huntermelliott2778 4 жыл бұрын

Just clicked and realized it was posted on my birthday 😊

@ganzhaliji 4 жыл бұрын

This channel is so good.

@pas0003 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thanks!

@jamsjars9505 3 жыл бұрын

My man stans Red Velvet at 6:30 in the background hell yeah.

@AppySaid 4 жыл бұрын

Super clicky sounds like an understatement. Dang these things CLICK! Lol

@punkyllama420 3 жыл бұрын

Thonk > Clack

@Rooster0505 2 жыл бұрын

This video helped so much! Thanks! My keyboard sounds so good!

@DeadEncryption 4 жыл бұрын

Even if it's just the configurator, it's awesome seeing GMK Metaverse featured on this channel ;)

@jda457 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing vid! And hey I spy Red Velvet at 6:36 :p haha

@vibhav1011 4 жыл бұрын

Super new to custom mechs and I love this channel for all the great content

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

Goes below the plate. It does support the ends of the keycap :)

@FebiMaster 2 жыл бұрын

it seems that the stabilizers part that support the keycap is the plus shaped plastic thing that slide into the keys, the metal bars simply makes the movement linear with each other

@ooharloo 4 жыл бұрын

I love my Box Navys! Im considering getting the jades for my other board for something a tad lighter but still have them thick clicks!

@Blankaa 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video.

@kennuimuffins2426 4 жыл бұрын

First. Another awesome video. People need to also watch out for hotswap boards that don't have switch legs holes, which mean having to clip them off PCB mount switches. Some people are ok with that but it's extra work and would destroy the resale value of the switches if they're on the expensive side. The GMMK is a good example of this. Last I checked, they still don't have those holes.

@ramgundapwar 4 жыл бұрын

why does it say 7 hours ago for you but the video cam out 7 mins ago?

@rhyit 4 жыл бұрын

Ram Gundapwar ik I’m confused

@seollenda 4 жыл бұрын

Resale value degradation I doubt, especially now that the alt is so popular

@kennuimuffins2426 4 жыл бұрын

Magic

@ballingit 3 жыл бұрын

I have this same pcb, how do i switch the lighting modes?

@FunTimeWithSouls 2 жыл бұрын

I love box Jade’s, nice click and good feel

@ronbxmb 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. Helps a lot!

@denzeldeleon8193 4 жыл бұрын

6:30 I too am a fan of the Red Velvet 레드벨벳 - Psycho @ReVe Festival FINALE video. Good taste!

@fathmubina 3 жыл бұрын

it sounds really good

@alexdelarge5800 4 жыл бұрын

"Lubing is the thing that can make the biggest difference" -TaeKeyboards 2020

@mjkiller020 3 жыл бұрын

This advice will help everyone in the long run

@hxnry2577 3 жыл бұрын

TYSM!!! This video helps A LOT, as i'm trying to do a 60% build

@Joseriverodlg 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, keep up the good work

@the11thhour44 4 жыл бұрын

Question: should you lube a tactile switch like the Jades? Or is it not as important as it is with linears?

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

you can benefit from lubing even clicky switches, as long as you lube the correct parts. also use thin lube (like krtx 203 or trib 3203) for tactile.

@jasonbonden8333 3 жыл бұрын

What do you need to buy to get the crews

@speaktobrett 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video Checkboy !

@TaeKeyboards 4 жыл бұрын

hehe

@zcrazymaniac6966 4 жыл бұрын

Hello! I have been enjoying your videos for some time now and I really love the content. I have now built two keyboards of my own but Id loves to know which soldering iron and set up you use for your builds!!!

@MrRice-cg4yi 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks I needed this, I'm still in high school and my parents would never let me buy a solderering kit

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

try browsing r/mechmarket I'm pretty sure there's at least someone that offer a build service near your area. just make sure you check their credibility; karma, replies, previous posts, etc.

@MrRice-cg4yi 4 жыл бұрын

@@Looo0007 wow ive never thought of that actually. thx

@Halayhalayha 4 жыл бұрын

ez pz. great video man!

@Bitbatgaming 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this vid

@maxx8770 3 жыл бұрын

this was a very helpful video thanks 🙏

@linkstale 4 жыл бұрын

im not a fan of clicky switches but those sound fantastic

@misc8256 3 жыл бұрын

TaeKeyboaards: *Purchases everything online{Expensive} Me: Big brain time Also me: Disassembles my keyboard and re - assembles it

@abv5579 4 жыл бұрын

Freaking love jade switches ❤️I’m getting Into MK community and it’s getting easier with these helpful videos thank you!!!

@polarisation 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck brother!

@onjalbabiii 4 жыл бұрын

It’s super useful, thank you

@omriperez7866 3 жыл бұрын

Me all the video : nice keyboard thinking about buying to build it Me at 9:38 : OK IM BUYING IT NOW

@arvinjahed7571 3 жыл бұрын

this sounds like trash

@idiotik5321 3 жыл бұрын

Really nice video! I am wondering what keycaps those are.

@steins3699 3 жыл бұрын

He says

@leechacc387 3 жыл бұрын

I'm bored, picky, have the time and money. I think this is the perfect video to blow me in the right direction. Thank you! . . . I subbed : P

@PizzaOMC 4 жыл бұрын

the Tofu is such a good starter case its high quality, simple and sleek, plus its cheap

@Nychta_ 4 жыл бұрын

Wait I’m confused does he make these to sell? Because I’d love to buy them. Loved the keyboard sounds

@keyki5288 3 жыл бұрын

you pick parts you want and he builds it for you for around 100$ service price

@ABCjrjfb 4 жыл бұрын

why is all the stuff always sold out?

@daniellagamad1564 3 жыл бұрын

omgg 6.30 rv and 6.35 yumeno garden!! love your taste in music! and also keep up the good work!

@TaeKeyboards 3 жыл бұрын

wow, knowing both is pretty impressive lol.

@zatozatoichi7920 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta love the sound of it. : >

@DarknessessB11 4 жыл бұрын

I’m looking to build a 96% with rgb lights for the switches and maybe the bottom. Can’t find anything besides the Kira. I’ve recently got a soldering iron so that is something I can do.

@ohyeahyeah1955 4 жыл бұрын

what is a 96% lol

@Crimbtw 4 жыл бұрын

@@ohyeahyeah1955 lmao literally like mostly rgb... mine as well get full rgb lighting..

@danielliu6689 4 жыл бұрын

what about buying foam for the keyboard can you make a guide on that as I want to get more thunk out of my keyswitches.

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

they are great to reduce the pinging noise, especially inside a hollow metal case like this one. a case foam (or simple shelf liner) cut and put inside the case should be enough, but a plate foam (the one you put in between the plate and pcb) will help reduce some more, and help with the plate feel (totally personal opinion)

@Hc4697 4 жыл бұрын

Facts what’s all that about what does the foam do

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

@@Hc4697 absorbs vibration (noise), basically.

@Hc4697 4 жыл бұрын

uwowowowow ohhh ok. Jesus there’s so much about keyboards it hurts my brain. I’m willing to drop $900 on my custom keyboard but I have no idea how or what to get to make it quiet

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

@@Hc4697 lubing and silencing foams. they are great

@eduikezaki 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tae, thanks for the video it is very informative! Im new to the customize keyboards and I followed your links but Kbdfans are always sold out. Would you recommend another store/site where I can find similar products? I would like to start with a no soldering keyboards first. Thank you once again and keep with the great videos.

@eimhinhickey9518 2 жыл бұрын

this video is oddly calming

@ErekeAgai 4 жыл бұрын

Hi man, what’s be better? Hot swap or default soldering(for Reliable)?

@elmeri5200 4 жыл бұрын

hot swap all the way

@mmcheddar 4 жыл бұрын

Ernur Amangeldinov hotswap

@HercoVanDyk 4 жыл бұрын

Every answer to this question will be subjective. It comes down to personal taste and preference. Some people build really expensive keyboards with cheap gateron switches, because that's what they like. Other's build cheap keyboards, where the switches are the most expensive component, because that is what they like. :D

@Looo0007 4 жыл бұрын

answer from a kb builder here: your question really depends on how you use your keyboard. - if you're starting out, go with hot swap. it'll help a lot especially when you dont know which switch is best for you. (for these guys, my advice is go to a keyboard meetup near you, they usually have varieties of keyboard and switches for you to try. dont be shy to try them all.) - if you're a person who's easily bored and want to change your switch/kb a lot, go with hotswap. they usually retain their value. (i.e. unsoldered switches usually go higher, hotswap PCBs is desirable for beginners) - if you have your specific favourite switch and keyboard combo, and value your experience more than the resale, I say go with soldered PCB. they're more stable, changing keycaps becomes a nicer experience, and less parts means less chance of stuff being broken.

@HercoVanDyk 4 жыл бұрын

Lol, you edited your comment and changed your question to something else entirely. xD